Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Yaw Rate
"Offset" is reference voltage or standard within the rate sensor. It should indicate 1.500 to 3.500V with the vehicle stopped.
"Sensor" indicates the voltage output from the yaw rate sensor. It should indicate 1.500 to 3.500 V with the vehicle stopped.
A "Sensor" output voltage HIGHER than that of the "Offset" voltage indicates the vehicle is turning to the RIGHT.
A "Sensor" output voltage LOWER than that of the "Offset" voltage indicates the vehicle is turning to the LEFT.
With the vehicle stopped, sitting still with the engine idling, both the "Offset" and "Sensor" voltages should be within 0.01 V +/- of each other.
If not, replace the Navigation unit.
Example:
Good Offset 2.517 V
Sensor 2.517 V (0.010 V +/- )
Bad Offset 2.517 V
Sensor 2.823 V
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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